While it's well-known for being among the most diabolical films in recent history, Kathy Bates thinks the 1990 horror film 'Misery' could have gone even further.

In an appearance at the 6th annual TCM Classic Film Festival (which took place April 24 to 27, 2025, in Hollywood), Bates discussed the film with director Rob Reiner and TCM host Dave Karger.

The two co-starred in the 1998 Mike Nichols comedy-drama Primary Colors (Reiner also appeared in the film). In 2016, Bates played Sunny, the estranged mother of Thornton’s character, Willie, in ...